About
Silene coronaria 'Atrosanguinea' is a striking rose campion selection producing the characteristic grey-woolly foliage and branching stems of the species bearing flowers of an exceptionally deep, rich, blood-red crimson in early summer. A bold and rewarding cottage garden plant for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Silene, the campions and catchflies, are annuals, biennials and perennials producing two-lipped or notched petals in white, pink or red flowers, often with an inflated or sticky calyx. Excellent plants for a sunny, well-drained border, rock garden or wildflower meadow.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.